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Depending on who you ask, becoming an insurance claims adjuster is either very easy or very difficult. Prospective students must do their homework about what they want to accomplish and the amount of dedication and hard work they’re willing to invest to reach that goal. Aspiring claims adjusters can then narrow their focus to select the courses that offer the credentials and eligibility they need to pursue their career goals.

In general, there are two types of insurance adjusters with very different work environments and responsibilities: staff and independent. Both types of adjusters investigate insurance claims and determine if the claimant is owed money and how much they may be owed. However, a staff insurance adjuster usually works within a defined area, and much of their work may get done via phone calls.

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Insurance adjusters are usually the final word on claims against an insurance policy. If someone files a claim for personal injury, property damage, or something similar against an insurance policy, the claims adjuster examines the claim and determines if money is owed. They may also decide the amount to be paid unless the policy states otherwise.